Pediatrics
Choosing safe toys for the holidays
(HealthDay)—When trying to choose the perfect toys for kids this holiday, consider the age of the child first, a leading pediatricians' group says.
Dec 21, 2017
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Pediatrics
Technology and children—a parent's survival guide
Technology has changed the way children develop and interact with others, and while it seems to change every day, many parents are forced to keep up or get left behind.
Aug 11, 2017
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Pediatrics
Flameless candle batteries pose risk to kids
(HealthDay)—Tiny button batteries that light up flameless "tea candles" pose a significant risk to children when swallowed, the National Capital Poison Center warns.
Jan 4, 2017
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Child-safety expert offers tips for holiday gifts
Christmas is the most wonderful time of year, but it can quickly turn tragic if we're not careful, according to Bridget Boyd, MD, pediatric safety expert at Loyola University Health System.
Dec 22, 2014
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Victoria leads charge for child-safe batteries
Design lecturer Jeongbin Ok has hit upon a solution to minimise the damage of swallowing coin-sized, button cell lithium batteries, commonly found in electronic devices such as toys and remote controls, which can result in ...
Jun 12, 2014
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Loyola expert in child safety offers Christmas toy tips
As Santa puts the finishing touches on gifts for those on the nice list, it's important for parents to make sure wish list items bring joy, not tragedy, on Christmas morning.
Dec 16, 2013
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Pediatrics
Study finds number of battery-related emergency department visits by children more than doubles
In today's technology-driven world, batteries, especially button batteries, are everywhere. They power countless gadgets and electronic items that we use every day. While they may seem harmless, button batteries can be dangerous ...
May 14, 2012
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Ask the pediatrician: How can parents protect kids from coin batteries?
Q: My toddler often puts small objects in her mouth. How can I keep her safe with all the button batteries in our house?
Nov 9, 2022
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Honey can help kids who've swallowed a button battery
Button batteries are commonly used in many electronic devices, and the number of children ingesting button batteries is increasing, according to US data. A Five things to Know About… practice article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical ...
Sep 27, 2021
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Perils of the pandemic: Scooters, cleansers and button batteries
(HealthDay)—Fireworks, skateboards and button batteries are among the products associated with increased trips to the emergency room during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the U.S. Consumer Product ...
Mar 4, 2021
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